Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Wholesale Distribution Company seeks Accounts Receivable Clerk to be responsible for posting customer payments in a timely/accurate manner, researching/reconciling account discrepancies, scanning payments into the bank, keeping accurate notes of all communication related to accounts within the Sapphire system. 

The AR Representative will work closely with retailers, sales, warehouse, drivers, customer service, National Call Center and others to collect outstanding balances owed and resolve discrepancies.

Overview
Posts customer payments by verifying invoice coding; verifying transactions; scheduling disbursements;
obtaining authorization of payments; evaluating and approving account investigations; resolving special cases;
authorizing stop-payments; coordinating daily receiving reporting; following internal accounting controls.

Duties and Responsibilities
* Provide financial, administrative, and clerical services as well as ensure accuracy and efficiency of
operations
* Process and monitor incoming payments, and secure revenue by verifying and posting receipts
* Record payments to accounts and maintain accounts receivable records
* Compile necessary information from financial institutions such as banks and credit organizations to
process/verify applications for credit and solicit payment on overdue accounts
* Keep records of all delinquent accounts, incomplete files, and credit risks
* Prepare daily cash deposits and cash control sheet
* Enter finalized cash receipts and update accounts receivable ledger
* Work with potential customer and sales department to gather new account paperwork and send the
completed file to the accounts receivable supervisor for verification
* Perform collection procedures as outlined in Standard Operating Process (SOPs) and escalate to
supervisor as needed
* Follow up and review accounts for compliance with State credit law and Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs)
* Cash application through various payment methods such as checks/cash, electronic funds transfer
(EFT), Online Bill Pay, Drivers, non-sufficient funds (NSFs), and notify customer/sales of term changes
* Address driver phone calls and/or questions through radio (Nextmail) regarding payment and delivery
instruction
* Manage monthly statement distributions and work with sales and other departments to handle
disputes on accounts
* Maintain an Account Portfolio of 1,000 accounts with accurate notes and terms for customers
* Work closely with sales and various departments to keep accurate notes on customer account status
for delivery information and account payment status Responsible for a high volume of customer
accounts
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalency plus 2 years of experience
* Knowledge with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal regulatory guidelines, and
organizational objectives
* Proficiency using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets in creating pivot tables, develop charts, and complex
formulas 

Preferred Qualifications
* Working knowledge of SAP software financial modules

* Excellent accuracy and attention to detail skills to process large numbers of invoices
* Proficiency using high mathematical concepts such as fractions, algebra, statistics, mathematical
modeling, and, to some extent, calculus
* Strong communication skills - written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working
relationships
* Knowledge of other MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions
* Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management,
presentation development, presentation, and communications skills

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About A+
Since being founded in 2002, A+ Consulting has grown at a rapid pace. We provide contract , contract to hire and direct hire solutions for IT, Technical Fields, Administrative and Finance Professionals.
Whether you’re a candidate looking for your dream job, or a hiring authority looking for your next top performing employee, contact the experts at A+ Consulting!
A+ Consulting holds certifications as a Small Business and Minority Business Enterprise.

Company Description

About A+\r\nSince being founded in 2002, A+ Consulting has grown at a rapid pace. We provide contract , contract to hire and direct hire solutions for IT, Technical Fields, Administrative and Finance Professionals.\r\nWhether you’re a candidate looking for your dream job, or a hiring authority looking for your next top performing employee, contact the experts at A+ Consulting!\r\nA+ Consulting holds certifications as a Small Business and Minority Business Enterprise.